I am a gypsy quilter.
I am a passionate hand-dyer.
I am an intuitive designer.
Color is my vehicle.
Textiles are my highway.
Let’s journey together through the fibers of imagination and creativity.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

KATHE'S MESS

This is Kathe's mess. (We thought it was a little work of art!) Yep, dyeing is messy business, but so fun. She joined us today at Christine's house for her first ever dyeing session. We made her sign a disclaimer beforehand so as not to blame us if she gets hooked. She brought over a wine-stained tablecloth (that she's rinsing below) and then went on to create eight napkins. I can't wait to eat at her house!!!!

It's so wonderful to have friends who love to dye AND invite me over to dye with them. My little space here in Southern Oregon is a bit confining so I'm always so appreciative AND EAGER to hang out with other dyers (Christine, Cynthia, Lene, Kathe too!). Gracias amigas!

Today I worked on a specific batch of colors for a commission and somehow the dye didn't take....argh! I think the problem is in the soda ash; I'll be checking on that one. I did come home with some nice camouflage pieces....this orange and a green one too. Here it is full of darkened printpaste.

Christine was busy with adding black lines to this jacket, and also another batch of parfaits. A fun day, AND really not messy at all.

Class Schedule

My dye studio in Mazatlan, Mexico is a wonderful place to play and experiment with fabric and color. During the months of December through March, I host "open studio" days where participants can play away! Whether you are experienced or not, I am on hand to offer guidance or instruction as needed. Email me for information on what's happening in my studio and to reserve your space.